Sr Manager, Manufacturing Operations – 1st Shift

GE Appliances, a Haier company

LaFayette, GA, US
Hybrid (office and manufacturing settings)
5 years leadership experience in manufacturing
Strong technical acumen in plant operations
Ability to teach and facilitate meetings
GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Senior Manager for Manufacturing Operations on the 1st shift in LaFayette, GA. The role involves overseeing the operational performance of a value stream, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and cost while leading and developing a cross-functional team

Job Summary

  • The role involves overseeing manufacturing operations for an entire value stream within the plant while driving performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics.
  • Candidates will be responsible for developing, leading, and coaching salaried and hourly team members to achieve high performance standards.
  • The position requires championing the Appliance Production System philosophy and driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency and waste reduction.

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GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Senior Manager for Manufacturing Operations on the 1st shift in LaFayette, GA. The role involves overseeing the operational performance of a value stream, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and cost while leading and developing a cross-functional team.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years leadership experience in manufacturing
  • Strong technical acumen in plant operations
  • Ability to teach and facilitate meetings
  • Proven capability to provide constructive feedback
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing practices

Nice-to-have

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
  • Demonstrated results-driven accomplishments
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience leading Kaizen events

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering preferred
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification preferred

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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